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milk tea recipe
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Diet: general
Description
This elevated milk tea recipe features a fragrant, golden saffron-cardamom swirl. It uses two separate infusions to build layered flavors and create a stunning visual effect, transforming a quiet afternoon into a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 black tea bags (or 2 tsp loose-leaf tea)
- 250 ml (1 cup) hot water
- 250 ml (1 cup) whole milk
- 30 g (2 tbsp) granulated sugar
- 4 green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 5 ml (1 tsp) alcohol-free rose water
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) heavy cream
- 1 pinch (10-15 threads) saffron threads
- Optional garnish: ground cardamom or dried rose petals
Instructions
- Brew Tea Base: In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add black tea bags and crushed cardamom pods, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 3-4 minutes to infuse.
- Heat Milk Component: In a separate saucepan, gently warm the whole milk and sugar over medium-low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not boil the milk.
- Combine and Infuse: Strain the tea base into the hot milk mixture. Stir in the rose water. Keep the mixture warm over low heat.
- Infuse Saffron Cream: In a separate small saucepan, warm the heavy cream over low heat until warm. Add saffron threads, stir, and remove from heat. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until the cream turns golden.
- Assemble Drink: Divide the warm cardamom milk tea between two serving glasses. Slowly pour half of the saffron-infused cream into each glass to create a golden swirl on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with ground cardamom or dried rose petals. Serve immediately while hot, ensuring the tea base is hot and the cream is slightly cooler for layering.
Notes
To achieve distinct layers, ensure the tea base is hot and the saffron cream is slightly cooled before assembling. Pour the cream slowly over the back of a spoon held near the surface of the tea. Use high-quality, whole spices for maximum aromatic impact.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: drinks
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: general
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg